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I've got two photos of this to share...
This one I enhanced the brightness and contrast.
This is the regular one so you can see what the color is really like (and the wrinkles in the pillow case that I used for a backdrop).
Pattern: Pineapple Petals Doily
Hook size: 6
Yarn: Less than 1 skein of J.P. Coats Classic Crochet Thread size 10 in Victory Red
Size: 13 1/4" diameter
Modifications: I used a larger hook and different thread so this doily is larger than the pattern (9 1/4" diameter). I also used this bright red instead of white or ecru. I love it!
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For my first doily, I really happy with how this came out. I especially enjoyed learning the doily and lace techniques and making the pineapple pattern. The main problem I had was due to my gauge. You can see the chains between the pineapples are a bit wavy because they are too long. Oh well - it's a first project. Maybe if I blocked it, it would be better. But I don't think I'll be getting a big foam board to create a doily blocking board until after we move.
But now - what to do with this doily?
Do I give it as a Christmas gift?
Or sell it?
Or just pack it away?
Suggestions welcome. :)
3 comments:
That is absolutely beautiful! Great job.
I say keep it for yourself. It's your first. Frame it if you don't want to use it. You can always make others to give as gifts.
Sam, when I looked at the pic I thought you were posting a computer version of what it would look like. I was floored when I realized that was your actual doily. GORGEOUS!
Thank you, thank you. And yes, I just may keep it for myself. :)
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